I noticed going through the Car Model Gallery that some of the race cars look clear coated, and some just look as though the finish coat of paint was polished, and then decals applied. So I was wondering what the consensus was. Do you prefer clear coat on the model, even though most 1:1 race cars don't have a clear coat. I used some Future floor wax on a recent car build, and it looks awful. Almost too glossy, and shiny. I think it may be the last time I use Future on a model.
As a secondary question, if you don't clear coat do you use anything to seal the decals, or leave them open to the air?
Thanks,
Michael